My Pad Online

Filipino internet users are the most engaged in social networking online, a leading online audience measurement service said Wednesday.

In a press statement, comScore said the Philippines has the highest social networking usage in the Asia-Pacificregion with more than 90% of its entire Web population visiting a social networking site during the month of February 2010, followed by Australia (89.6% penetration) and Indonesia (88.6% penetration).

“Social networkers in the Philippines also showed the highest level of engagement on social networking sites averaging 5.5 hours per visitor in February, with visitors frequenting the social networking category an average of 26 times during the month,” the comScore statement said citing its latest report on social networking activity in the region.

To help make summer in the Philippines cooler and more enjoyable, Swedish home appliance maker Electrolux is now offering its newest food storage and air conditioning products.

“The summer we are facing is predicted to be one of the hottest yet, so we believe that these products designed to keep users refreshed in different ways will really resonate with Filipino families. Pure and cool air and fresh food from our new products will go a long way to make this summer more comfortable and enjoyable,” said Malu Estaris, general manager of Electrolux Philippines.

Their latest products have an energy efficiency level as high as 11.6, among the most energy efficient in its class, which means these cost less to operate, and that these release less harmful carbon dioxide.

MANILA, Philippines – During Holy Week, Malaysian actress Carmen Soo opted to stay in the country to accomplish some work commitments and to hit the beach with some of her non-showbiz friends in between. As a matter of fact, she just came back from Boracay where she happily had some time off to tour the island via the famous paraw sailing.

As for latest updates about her showbiz career, she said she hopes to stay longer here to do more projects with the Kapamilya network. In the meantime, Soo is determined to improve her Tagalog so that she can maximize her TV exposure in the Kapamilya network. Her last acting stint was in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” together with Luis Manzano in December of 2009.

Saint John The Baptist Parish Church was built in 1605. Liliw is a 4th class municipality in the province of Laguna, Philippines. The small town of Liliw is nestled at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, 17 kilometers away from Santa Cruz, Laguna’s capital.

We went to Star City last sunday to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. It was our first time at Star city and we really enjoyed our stay. More photos after the jump.

UPDATE: Star City is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on December 25.

The temperature inside Snow World is -15 degrees celcius. We only lasted for 30 minutes inside even we are wearing thick jackets. Cell phones with camera, Digicams and videocams are not allowed inside. If you want a souvenir picture, you’ll need to pay 100 php per picture.

Star City also has a Fish Spa (Doctor Fish), foot and body massage where you can relax.

Star City combines maximum shopping with maximum enjoyment attractions.

Star City Manila Location Map

Star City Amusement Park Ticket Price:
/>Entrance Fee – P60
Entrance Fee plus 3 Rides – P250
Ride All You Can – P300
Ride All You Can plus Snow World plus Dino Island = P475
Entrance plus Snow World = P160
Entrance plus Dino Island = P160
Entrance plus Ride All You Can plus Snow World = P375
Entrance plus Ride All You Can plus Dino Island = P375

Star City Amusement Park Rides And Attractions:

Grand Carousel, Kiddie Wheel, Octupus, Caterpillar, Telecombat, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Peter Pan, Kiddie Bumper, Bumper Car, Bumper Boat, Dungeon Horror House, Kilabot ng Mummy, Red Baron, Dino Island, Viking, Blizzard, Zyklon Loop, Ferris Wheel, The Time Tunnel, Gabi ng Lagim, Flying Carpet, Wacky Worm, Land of the Giants, Little Tykes, Rodeo, Surf Dance, Star Flyer, and Snow World, Fun House, and a lot of game booths where you can win yourself prices from flush toys to giant stuffed toys.

Star City Amusement Park Address: Sotto St., CCP Complex Roxas Blvd., Pasay, Manila Philippines.

Star City Amusement Park Telephone Numbers: (02)833-44-83; (02)832-61-74; (02)832-03-07; (02)832-03-08; (02)833-20-19; (02)832-03-07 to 08

Star City Amusement Park opens from 4:00 pm- 11:00 pm every Mondays to Thursdays; and from 2:00 pm – 12:00 midnight every Fridays to Sundays.

Star City Email Address: None
Star City Website: None

A friendly reminder: You can avail free entrance and ride all you can if you’re only 2 feet in height and you’re under 2 years of age! Don’t wear black pants and pink colored polo shirt!

Dino Island Museum is the latest addition to Star City’s main attractions. It has life-size dinosaurs that have lifelike appearances as they are equipped with the state-of-the-art technology called “animatronics.” It makes the monsters move, stare at you, breathe and fight. More photos and video after the jump.

Star City Amusement Park is located at Sotto St., CCP Complex Roxas Blvd., Pasay, Manila Philippines. For inquiries regarding group tours and corporate packages and for birthday packages, contact the Marketing Department. Telephone numbers: (02)833-44-83; (02)832-61-74; (02)832-03-07; (02)832-03-08; (02)833-20-19; (02)832-03-07 to 08.

According to wikipedia only 35.2% of the internet users are English, so it makes sense to add translation widgets on your blog to increase traffic. Google Translator widget helps to translate your blog language into different other langauges. With this widget, your blog/s can attract more visitors worldwide by using this multi language translate widget with country flags.

Download:
Google Translator Widget For Blogger/Blogspot

Here’s how to add Google Translator Widget:

Log in to Blogger
Go to Layout and then Add a Gadget -> HTML/Javascript
Now copy and paste the code, then save

April Fools Day is fast approaching but you don’t have any jokes and prank ideas to pull out. The internet has a lot to offer in terms of practical jokes, school pranks, food pranks and a lot more. All you have to do is search for the best one that will surely laugh your hearts out. Make sure that your pranks will not hurt the victim. Lets make it safe, simple and funny. Below are some of the best april fools joke ideas.

April Fools Day Jokes Ideas:

1. Classic water bucket – This may be old but still catchy. Put a bucket half-filled with water and then place it above a close door where the victim will come in. You can add more effects by mixing a ketchup or some food colors.

2. Tire pop trick – Put a balloon underneath your dad’s or friends car tire. Make sure that he/she will not see the balloon. Wait until he/she pull his car in the garage. The victim will pull over and think he/she blew a tire.

3. Shower attack – This prank is simple. Just put a powder juice or lifesaver candy or sugar in the shower head and wait for the results.

4. Hair blower prank – Fill the hair blower with powder.

5. Breakfast in bed prank – You have to wake up early for this one. All you need to do is place a breakfast table right above his face while your victim is still asleep. Then use a horn or something that will wake him/her up.

You can also use this video to prank all your YouTube friends and subscribers on April Fool’s Day.

Happy April Fool’s Day!!!!

We celebrated my Dad’s birthday at the SM Mall of Asia last Monday. As a treat, my daughter and siblings went ice skating. They were all beginners that’s why they’ve always stumble everytime they tried to skate to the center of the rink. Happy Birthday Erpat!